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Omaha Nebraska Archives and Genealogy

The Nebraska State Historical Society keeps statewide archives useful for Omaha genealogy, from newspapers and church records to government records, open in its Lincoln research room and partly online.

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City of Omaha

Directory of Omaha city records and information 1819 Farnam St Omaha NE 68183-0304 (402) 444-5555

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Omaha Nebraska Police

This is the official web site of the Omaha Police Department located in Omaha, Nebraska. 505 S 15 St Omaha, NE 68102 402-444-5600 and 402-444-5818

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Omaha at a glance

County
Douglas County
County seat
Omaha
Population
486,051
Douglas County population
584,526
Local records
City of Omaha
ZIP codes
68101, 68102, 68103

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How do I register to vote in Omaha, Nebraska?

To register to vote in Omaha, Nebraska, residents can register online through the Nebraska Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at the Douglas County elections office. Nebraska requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the Nebraska Secretary of State's voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Omaha, contact the Douglas County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.

How do I look up property records in Omaha, Nebraska?

Property records for Omaha, Nebraska are maintained by the Sarpy County Assessor's Office and the Sarpy County Register of Deeds. The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within Sarpy County, including parcels in Omaha. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The Sarpy County Register of Deeds maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. Many Nebraska counties provide online property record searches through their county websites. The Sarpy County Treasurer handles property tax payments and tax sale information.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Omaha, Nebraska?

Birth, death, and marriage records for Omaha, Nebraska residents are available through both county and state offices. The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Vital Records, located in Lincoln, maintains statewide vital records and can issue certified copies of birth and death certificates for events occurring anywhere in Nebraska. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the Sarpy County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for Sarpy County. Birth and death certificates may also be available through local vital records offices. Requestors typically need to provide valid photo identification and proof of their relationship to the person named on the record. Processing times and fees vary by office and record type.

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